Volunteers at the YWCA St. Paul help to meet urgent community needs. Whether you choose to offer homework assistance, lead a skill building workshop or help job seekers to practice interviewing – you’ll play a role in keeping kids on a positive path, helping families to overcome homelessness and supporting those trying to move from welfare to work.

Short term and ongoing opportunities are available for individuals and groups.

Opportunities for Individuals

Housing & Supportive ServicesChild Care AideP.M.KIDS
Play with kids! Help us provide a safe, nurturing and fun environment for children in our Transitional Housing Program. Play, read, make art and rock babies. Your help gives moms in the program an opportunity to attend workshops and move toward self-sufficiency. Thursdays, 6–8 p.m.

Youth DevelopmentYouth Development AssistantKIDS
Assist in preparing and implementing curriculum for children in a safe environment. Hours are Monday–Thursday, 3–5 p.m.

Program Assistant – IMPACT
Assist staff in helping youth gain firsthand knowledge of the world of work and life skills, confront challenges faced by job seekers, and obtain the skills needed to retain employment and succeed in life. Monday–Friday, 2–6 p.m.

Tutor AssistantKIDS
Assist youth grades K–8 in enhancing their academic skills (math and literacy focus). Use proven techniques and curriculum to improve reading and math abilities and decrease the number of young people who are falling behind in their academic skills. Monday–Thursday, 2–5:00 p.m.

Project SpecialistKIDS
Put your unique talents and interest to good use! Design and implement a project for youth in one of our after-school programs. Topics include: studio arts, performance arts, sports and recreation, conflict management or applying academics to the real world. Flexible time commitment. Contact the HR Generalist for more info.

Health & WellnessKids Care Assistant P.M.KIDS
Help care children while parents work out. Volunteers who work 4 shifts per month earn free membership. Morning, day and evening shifts available.

Opportunities for Groups

Service ProjectsHost an activity or field trip for kids, help with spring cleaning or paint a programming space. There are a variety of ways your group can get involved. Contact the HR Generalist for details.

Special ProjectsIf you are interested in helping out with a special event or short-term project as an individual or group, contact our HR Generalist. Past special projects have included painting a child-care center, assembling journals for youth programs, sponsoring a field trip and leading arts and crafts activities for children in our Transitional Housing Program. We’re open to your ideas — contact us!